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Scalpel and Skin
Scalpel and Skin is a plastic surgery, skin health, and aesthetics podcast hosted by siblings Dr. Algie LaBrasca, a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon, and Mistica LaBrasca, a cosmetic dermatology Physician Assistant.
With more than 30 years of combined experience, they bring honest, educational, and unfiltered conversations to the world of plastic surgery and cosmetic dermatology.
From Botox, fillers, lasers, and skincare to facelifts, med spas, patient safety, and the latest aesthetic trends…
Episodes
Scalpel and SkinAesthetic Horror Stories: Botched Fillers, Black Market Botox & Plastic Surgery Nightmares | EP 13
🎃 It's Halloween on Scalpel & Skin—and these horror stories are REAL. This episode, Dr. Algie LaBrasca and Mistica LaBrasca trade the usual aesthetic talk for…
Scalpel and SkinAre Non-Surgical Facelifts Worth It? Ultherapy, RF Microneedling & More | EP 12
Can non-surgical devices really lift your face—or are the results being oversold? In this episode of Scalpel and Skin, Dr. Algie LaBrasca and Mistica welcome…
Scalpel and SkinIs Medical-Grade Skincare Worth It? Vitamin C, Retinol & What Actually Works | EP 11
Is medical-grade skincare really worth the money, or is it just marketing? In this episode of Scalpel and Skin, Mistica is joined by Skin Lab esthetician and…
Scalpel and SkinAre Esthetician Treatments Worth It? Facials, Chemical Peels, Dermaplaning & More | EP 10
Are esthetician treatments actually worth it? Which facials and skin treatments are worth your money—and which ones aren't? In this special episode of Scalpel…
Scalpel and SkinAre Tummy Tucks Worth It? Abdominal Contouring, Lipo 360, Recovery & More | EP 09
Are tummy tucks actually worth it? What’s the difference between a mini and full tummy tuck? And when is liposuction—not a tummy tuck—the right choice? In…
Scalpel and SkinIs Sculptra Worth It? Sculptra vs. Filler, Collagen, Risks & Results | EP 08
In Episode 8 of Scalpel and Skin, Dr. Algie LaBrasca, a board-certified plastic surgeon, and his sister Mistica LaBrasca, a cosmetic dermatology Physician…
Scalpel and SkinAre Eyelid Procedures Worth It? Blepharoplasty, Fillers, Botox & Laser | EP 07
Do you always look tired—even when you’re not? 👀 In Episode 7 of Scalpel and Skin, Dr. Algier Lebraska, a board-certified plastic surgeon, and his sister…
Scalpel and SkinAre Hair Loss Treatments Worth It? Minoxidil, PRP, Exosomes & Hair Transplants | EP 06
Are hair loss treatments actually worth it? Which ones work—and which ones are just a waste of money? In Episode 6 of Scalpel and Skin, Dr. Algie LaBrasca, a…
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Are Facelifts Worth It? Deep Plane vs. SMAS, Recovery, and What Patients Should Know | EP 05
Are facelifts actually worth it? And what is the difference between a deep plane facelift, a SMAS facelift, and a mini facelift? In Episode 5 of Scalpel and…
Scalpel and SkinAre Cosmetic Lasers Worth It? Skin Resurfacing, Downtime, and What Patients Should Know | EP 04
Are cosmetic lasers actually worth it? Cosmetic lasers can improve skin texture, wrinkles, pigmentation, sun damage, redness, rosacea, scars, and overall skin…
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Is Filler Actually Worth It? Hyaluronic Acid Filler, Overfilling, and What Patients Should Know | EP 03
Is filler actually worth it? Filler is one of the most talked-about aesthetic treatments of the last 20 years, but it is also one of the most misunderstood. In…
Scalpel and SkinWhy Are There So Many Med Spas? The Truth About Aesthetic Providers | EP 02
Why are there so many med spas—and with more aesthetic providers, treatments, and trends than ever before, how can patients know who to trust? The aesthetic…
Scalpel and SkinThe Problem With the Aesthetics Industry: Who Can You Trust? | EP 01
How can patients tell what is legitimate, what is overhyped, and who they can actually trust in the aesthetics industry? In the first episode of Scalpel and…